J.LAWRENCE MANALO
[Architecture portfolio]
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Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the Philippines
National Museum of the Philippines: Museum of Technology
work Manila Opera House


[Architecture portfolio]
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Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the Philippines
National Museum of the Philippines: Museum of Technology
work Manila Opera House
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LOCATION:
University of Santo Tomas Ar. Maria Lourdes Rigunay Quezon City, Philippines
The new embassy for the United Arab Emirates in the Philippines where they can move and expand into a new facility for additional office space and convenience. The design revolves around having two different culture having a common ground and mixing it together to form a harmonious architectural artwork.
Inspired from the hanging gardens of Babylon, the incorporation of the aqua and the flora in the design creates a therapeutic environment minimizes stress around the workplace.
The generous use of local vegetation and water features was the main catalyst in this design. Middle east has this desire for water and live and various kinds of vegetation and the Philippines is abundant of those resources thus fusing it creates a harmonious and peaceful place to work and be productive.
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LOCATION:
University of Santo Tomas Ar. Manuel Maximo Noche Manila, Philippines
The Philippines has its own story of technology from ancient times up to the period of colonization and now, the present time. Local and international innovations, concepts, and ideas are brought to life for future scholars, inventors, and researchers through education enhanced with the use of technology where people can see, learn, and feel.
As the National Museum experienced a drastic increase of visitors each year, there is a need for the people to know the technological history of the Philippines and of the world. A place where they can learn something new through immersive experiences making the museum more attractive to the public. A place where people can have access to these technologies in order to provide a more effective understanding.
“design as cultural artifact “
“EMPATHY & FOCUS: a landmark of understanding and opportunities “Museum aerial perspective - Yves Behar Museum west elevation
Through empathy and focus, we understand things as they really are. In understanding, we unlock opportunities. In opportunities, we grow.
The National Museum of Technology will be an institutional landmark for our future where priceless and unseen investments are embedded to every visitor, young and old, that someday will become a role-player in improving local technologies.
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LOCATION: University of Santo Tomas Parañaque City, Philippines
Architecture is used to portray and express the function ans the value of the building to create an identity and to radiate emotion and intimacy.
An opera house that will house first class theatrical performances here in the Philippines. Opera houses aren’t a common sight here in the Philippines and building one increases the theatrical and cultural experience and awareness of the people.
Inspired from graceful ballet dancers, the design is to create a harmonious yet subtle elevated emotions between the performers, the audience, and architecture. The fusion and form of the gold, silver, and bronze facade is inspired from the movements of dancers and soundwaves of singers blending harmoniously to create a performance.
Museum courtyard PerspectiveUNIVERSITY / FIRM:
LOCATION: ADGA Plaridel , Bulacan, PH
In this residential project I was able to work under Architect De Guzman on creating a 3D model of an on-going residential project. The model was used to design the interior and then presented to the clients.
This residence houses six bedrooms, six & a half bath, a gym & training area, a home theater, living & dining spaces, two kitchens, and an aviary.
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LOCATION: LAMARIN
San Rafael, Bulacan, PH
Thisresidentialproject isaseniorcouplehomefora filipino businesswoman and a canadian-filipino engineer and their family. In this project I was able to be a partoftheteamfromthestartcommunicatingwithboth the client, suppliers, and other allied professionals.
The main focus of the work was to design this residential as a retirement home for the couple thus having accessibility and convenience in mind.
The 2-Story residential has four bedrooms, four full baths, two half bath, two social spaces, high ceiling living and dining spaces, two kitchens, and two car garage.
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LOCATION: LAMARIN
Cavite City, Cavite, PH
This residential project is for a filipino-american businessman and his family. The main focus of the work was to design this residential as a vacation home for the family when visiting the Philippines to spend time with their grandchildren . Just like most homes in the United States they also want a nice outdoor space to enjoy the sun.
The 2-story residential has 6 bedrooms, 6 full baths, a half bath, open floor plan with high ceilings, two kitchens, jacuzzi, and two car garage.
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LAMARIN various
The Premier Medical Center -tertiary hospital
In repainting projects I was able to work with the clients on presenting different color schemes digitally.
CADIPSA Center -a catholic retreat house
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